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Join Explore Asheville for the 2022 Annual Meeting of Buncombe County TDA
Travel and hospitality businesses and those interested in learning more about our vibrant tourism community are cordially invited for an afternoon of inspiration, storytelling, celebrating, and connections.
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Explore Asheville Signs on as Official Tourism Partner of the US Open for 2022
PRESS RELEASE: Explore Asheville elevates the relationship with the USTA and Asheville’s reputation as a creative, vibrant community for leisure travel, business groups and sports events.
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Hospitality Workforce Town Hall Takes Place August 4 at Renaissance
Challenges with hiring and retention. The difficulties in filling certain positions and roles. These and other workforce issues will be discussed at this free event for the hospitality industry.
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Explore Asheville Summer Social 2022: Photo Gallery Now Available!
Asheville’s creative spirit was alive and well at the 2022 Explore Asheville Summer Social on July 12, thanks to the energy and enthusiasm of partners, plus the colorful vibe of Marquee!
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Internship Part of Strategic Pillar, ‘Encourage Safe & Responsible Travel’
Projects include a hotel sustainability audit, researching various sustainability/green hotel accreditation programs, and mapping electric vehicle charging stations through Buncombe County.
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Occupancy Tax Changes Increase Funding for Community Capital Projects
Local hotel leaders advocated for a change in the allocation of the occupancy tax, to increase funding for investment in community capital projects and decrease funding for tourism promotion.
What’s New
Stars of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta Head to Asheville for Skyview, the Longest Running Black PRO AM Golf Tournament in the U.S.
Explore Asheville invites Yung Joc, Lil Scrappy, and Mendeecees to play the historic Asheville golf tournament on July 11 as part of a multi-faceted approach to engage and invite more diverse audiences and connect them with community.
A Letter from CEO Vic Isley on Marla Tambellini’s Planned Retirement After Nearly 30 Years of Dedicated Service
After much consideration and planning, Marla Tambellini, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Explore Asheville, has decided to retire in the first quarter of 2024. To have ample crossover time with Marla for succession planning, Explore Asheville launched a search for a Vice President of Marketing this week.
Improve Your Listing in Our New Partner Drop In Q&A
Updating your account has never been easier! Join our new Partner Q&A Training Hour every Friday on Zoom from 11 am to 12 pm. Drop in anytime to troubleshoot issues and ask questions about your account with Explore Asheville.
Explore Asheville’s Strategic Imperatives
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